Key facts
- Former ICE Director Tom Homan believes the ICE officer involved in the Maine shooting likely failed vetting.
- Homan cited abuse allegations as a reason the officer should not have passed vetting.
- The internal review of ICE hiring practices is ongoing, particularly in light of rapid expansion.
- The vetting process for the officer is currently under internal review.
Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Tom Homan has stated that the ICE officer involved in a shooting in Maine likely failed the agency's vetting process. Homan cited abuse allegations against the officer as a reason why they should not have been cleared. This statement comes amid broader concerns about ICE hiring practices, particularly during a period of rapid expansion for the agency. The internal review of the officer's vetting is currently underway.